While free agency has been slow for the Chicago Cubs, making a splash in the trade market with one of these three players could help the team out in 2026. The Cubs have a few holes to fill including both their starting rotation and bullpen.
With free agency well under way, the Chicago Cubs need to make some decisions about some of their relief arms like Brad Keller, Caleb Theilbar, and Drew Pomeranz for 2026.
From Busch’s leadoff impact to Keller’s clutch relief, several Cubs stepped up under postseason pressure and delivered breakout performances during Chicago’s 2025 playoff run.
Key plays that swung the game as the Chicago Cubs beat the Milwaukee Brewers 6-0 in Game 4 of the National League Division Series on Thursday night at Wrigley Field, forcing a decisive Game 5 on Saturday night back in Milwaukee.
The next starting pitcher up for the Chicago Cubs, Shota Imanaga, hopes to pitch well enough to split the first two games of the NL Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers. With a win on Monday, the Cubs return to Wrigley Field tied 1-1.
As the 2025 MLB regular season is about to wrap up this weekend, not only does a series win help the Chicago Cubs regain some momentum heading into the playoffs, but it helps keep their next series at Wrigley Field.